Legacy Turkey has a full-time, benefits eligible, career opportunity in the role of Live Production Coordinator. This position will be primarily responsible for developing a live production processing schedule, working directly with plant management, growers, and all of their farms. They will need to be available consistently to maintain, adjust, or change the schedule as needed.
Located in Melrose, MN, Legacy Turkey employs many people in a variety of roles with varying levels of expertise. We hire individuals with a strong work ethic who align with our core values.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Collect annual production schedules from all parties
Develop a workable production schedule for the plant, farms, and sales
Collect the grower schedules and convert them into a usable form
Produce an annual schedule along with at least 10 weeks of detailed weekly schedules
Create or adjust additional schedules
Help ensure the wholesomeness of product
Work with the growers and state officials to provide all NPIP processing testing, reports and records needed prior to processing
Keep records on file for future audits by State officials or for future needs
Gather all testing supplies and sending test kits, either in individual flock test kits or in bulk, to growers in order to meet the NPIP premarket testing requirements
Liaison between the plant, farms, state officials, incoming transportation, loading crews, maintenance or any other group that may affect the production schedules needed by the plant and owners
Work directly with incoming transportation to ensure the birds arrive at the plant
Monitor the incoming and outgoing truck scale to ensure it is kept in legal operating condition
Assist government officials, such has Packers and Stockyards, with all inquiries or audits
Coordinate schedules with loading crews to ensure continuity and a smooth process
Keep the partner growers and their people informed of changes and/or operations at the plant
Participate and be involved with local, state, industry, and federal groups to represent the plant or to inform the plant of industry changes or needs
The ideal candidate we are seeking:
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask and adjust direction based on customer or plant needs
Experience with National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) is preferred
Benefits at Legacy Turkey: We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, holiday pay, company paid short and long term disability, and company paid life insurance.
Apply Online or to Further Inquire Contact: Melissa Quisberg | HR Partnership Manager 320-222-9692 | [email protected]